Jeremiah 31:31-34
The promise of a new covenant.

Romans 3:19-28
Justification by grace through faith, not works.

John 8:31-36
Jesus' disciples know the truth which frees.

THEOLOGICAL REFLECTION

Gospel: John 8:31-36
1. Truth (v. 32). When Pilate asked Jesus what truth was, he gave no answer. In this passage Jesus defines the truth. It is in his word, for he spoke God's Word. As long as we hold to the word of Jesus, we will be his disciples and will know the truth. It is not a truth of science, politics, nor economics. It is religious truth personified and spoken by Christ. It is the truth of God and life.

2. If (v. 31). Though it has only two letters, it is a big word. Jesus says we will know the truth and be free "if" we continue in his word. It is possible to lose the word of Jes…